1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1958 Maserati 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Trabant |
| Model | 300 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
